Ready or Not 2 Expands the Scope but Loses Its Sharp Edge
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
A review of the horror comedy sequel Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, detailing how the film expands its demonic scale but loses some of the tight focus of the original.
Sequels face a tough balancing act when trying to capture the lightning in a bottle of an original hit. According to a recent review by Sam Nelson over at Polygon, the horror comedy sequel Ready or Not 2: Here I Come broadens the scope significantly by pulling in multiple ultra-rich families with their own demonic pacts. Samara Weaving returns as blood-soaked survivor Grace, who finds herself dragged into a new ritual hunt at an isolated casino resort alongside her estranged sister Faith, played by Kathryn Newton. While the premise scales up the chaos, the film unfortunately trades away the tight, high-stakes focus that made the 2019 original such a standout hit.
The sequel shines brightest when it leans into dark comedy and social dynamics rather than straightforward action. Other wealthy families watch the deadly hunt unfold from a penthouse like depraved sports fans, arguing with an ominous emcee played by Elijah Wood who acts as the rules lawyer for the carnage. Standout performances from Sarah Michelle Gellar and Shawn Hatosy as a menacing sibling duo bring plenty of sinister charm and raw physicality to the screen. Even so, the narrative splits too much attention between family squabbles and the relentless chase sequences.
For audiences who treat horror movies and streaming marathons as social entertainment, there are still plenty of wild set pieces to enjoy. The movie delivers memorable highlights, including a deranged fight scene set to a classic pop ballad and enough archaic weaponry to satisfy any fan of over-the-top practical gore. While it struggles to recapture the clever pacing of the first outing, it remains a flashy ride for anyone looking for a chaotic cinematic distraction. You can read the full review over at Polygon for a deeper dive into how the sequel holds up.
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Original article: Polygon